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[Satisfaction with an integrated care program for outpatients with schizophrenia or depression]
Birgit Spill1, Romain Beitinger, Werner Kissling
1Klinik und Poliklinik für Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie, Technische Universität München, Germany. b.spill@lrz.tu-muenchen.de
Psychiatrische Praxis
|January 1, 2013
Summary
Patients reported high satisfaction with the Integrated Care program, noting improvements in life quality. This highlights how integrated care can address deficits in routine patient care.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Patient Outcomes
- Public Health
Context:
- The study focuses on patient perception of the "Münchner Modell," an Integrated Care program in Munich, Germany.
- Evaluating patient satisfaction is crucial for assessing the effectiveness of healthcare delivery models.
Purpose:
- To investigate outpatients' perceptions of an Integrated Care compliance program.
- To identify areas of satisfaction and improvement within the "Münchner Modell" program.
Summary:
- A survey of 121 patients enrolled in the Integrated Care program revealed high overall satisfaction.
- Participants reported perceived improvements in various aspects of their lives due to the program.
Impact:
- The findings underscore the positive impact of Integrated Care programs on patient well-being.
- This research identifies specific areas for enhancing routine patient care through integrated approaches.
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